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|Getaway March-August 2025
There are many ways to give your kitchen a mini-makeover
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We all have our own ideas of what constitutes a dream kitchen. From the theme, whether country chic or ultra-modern, to the colour scheme and functionality, kitchens are arguably the room in the home that most people want to customise to their tastes and needs. While kitchens are famously said to sell homes, more often than not, that's due to the room's potential because, let's face it, no matter how complete the kitchen may be, there's always something we'd like to do with the space.
Doing it all at once, however, can be a costly affair. But don't let that be the pin in the kitchen of your dreams. Instead, gradually update the space until it looks and works just as you imagined it would for you and your family.
POP OF COLOURA fresh coat of paint is one of the simplest ways to update any space. Your kitchen is no exception.
Painting kitchen cabinets is one of the trendiest and easiest ways to give the space a mini-makeover. It is important to note that it would be best if your cabinets are still in good knick and don't need replacing before proceeding with this project.
This story is from the Getaway March-August 2025 edition of South African Garden and Home.
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